This is an old pattern that was released in 2011, so there were plenty of reviews. I knew going in that the armholes were "side-boob-revealingly low". So I cut the size 10 and graded out to the size 12. Underneath all of that draping, the body of the dress is basically a shift with horizontal darts.

This poly dotted chiffon sewed and pressed as well as a silk chiffon. I was concerned about how well it would press since I was making French seams and narrow hems.

I interfaced the collar with silk organza because it was the best choice for this fabric. And I lined it with a Bemberg rayon from stash.

This is a short dress! This is the length with the addition of the three inches I added, and I love it! It's a step out of my wheelhouse, but every girl needs a cool, fun and flirty dress in their wardrobe.

This fabric was an amazing choice for this silhouette. It couldn't have been more perfect.

Styling tips: For a high-neck dress, I like my hair up and away from the face. For the make-up, I rocked winged liner and a bold lip.

My accessories were gifted from Isaac Mizrahi New York (I received no compensation for this post, just the opportunity to pick pieces from the line that suited my style). These beautiful Pearl and Gold Bee Hoop Earrings are adorable and worked perfectly with my sunny yellow dress. And they're currently on sale.

I picked the Lamis Pointed Pump in Magenta. I'd seen the yellow/magenta color combination in a wedding once and I loved how it looked together. And let me tell you... these pumps are super comfortable. The heel is 3.75" and there is cushion under the ball of the feet. At my age, I take the comfort of my feet serious! These are great pumps and I'll be wearing these often this fall!

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That's a great yellow frock and looks great on you. It's a good thing you knew to add an extra three inches to the length, I know you're tall, but wow that would have been a risky frock to wear out in public for any gal!

There are unfortunately some great patterns that are OOP, and think the pattern companies are missing a trick by not doing re- releases or offering them as Pdf downloads.

I always add length to dresses. And you are so right. It seems like the best patterns are OOP. And PDF downloads would be great. They could still make a profit without having to print them. Thanks Miss J!

Fabulous look. Pretty sure I have this pattern stashed away......you have made me realize its time to make it!Love your colour choices. I have similar high heels, and recently chose red with yellow. It will be my new magenta ones next time.Thanks for the inspiration; you look absolutely fabulous.